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Ultraviolet Light and Its Biological Effects

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  Have you ever heard that ultraviolet (UV) light can be a biocide for living things? You can find the answer within the following info.   Starting with the history, the study on UV rays and its biological effects began around 1888 when Neils Ryborg Finsen decided to analyze this matter. He proposed that UV rays could kill bacteria. This discovery motivated other inventors to perform further analysis on this subject, including the mechanism of UV rays on microorganisms and applications in biology, medical sterilization, also air and water treatment.   UV (ultraviolet) light is part of electromagnetic spectrum which ranges from gamma rays to radio waves. The short wavelength and high frequency gamma rays are more energetic than radio waves which have long wavelength and low frequency. Therefore radio waves do not give bad effects no matter how long you are exposed to it. On the other hand, the short waves from gamma rays will be dangerous, even deadly.   O...

Germicidal UV for Air Quality Breathability

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  Air quality and it's bacteria can be a serious concern. If you are one of those who suffer from allergies or asthma respiratory conditions you know that clean air is the most important. Not being able to breathe is truly scary. Germicidal UV can make the difference. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) frequently reported that indoor air can be more polluted than the air outside. Whether you have a health condition or not, you could definitely benefit from breathing cleaner air with UV purifiers for your home.   How do these devices work? Germicidal UV cleaners use filters and Ultraviolet light to purify the air inside your home. You might be surprised but microscopic allergens like dust, mold, mildew, pet dander and pollen live in the same indoor area as you do. Air pollutants come from any source, furniture, rugs, carpets, toys, pets you name it and even the household cleaning product.   Maybe you are not one who suffers from these health conditions but mayb...

Can You Use UVC Air Purifiers for COVID-19?

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  As we are getting more knowledgeable about covid-19, we are better able to reduce its transmission. If you want to keep this virus at arm's length, you can use sanitizers, face masks, and social distancing. Apart from this, you can also use other methods, such as UVC light or UVC air purifiers. In this article, we are going to find out more about UVC air purifiers . Read on to find out more.   What Is a UVC Air Purifier?   Although most people are familiar with ultraviolet light , many don't have any idea about its application. As far as the wavelength is concerned, UVC light has the shortest wavelength, which is between 100 and 280nm. Therefore, this type of light can be used to eliminate germs. What happens is that this light can be used to disrupt the chemical composition of DNA molecules. Therefore, it can be quite effective when it comes to eliminating viruses and bacteria.   For a long time, UVC has been used to kill different types of viruses, su...

Germicidal UV for Air Quality Breathability

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  Air quality and it's bacteria can be a serious concern. If you are one of those who suffer from allergies or asthma respiratory conditions you know that clean air is the most important. Not being able to breathe is truly scary. Germicidal UV can make the difference. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) frequently reported that indoor air can be more polluted than the air outside. Whether you have a health condition or not, you could definitely benefit from breathing cleaner air with UV purifiers for your home. How do these devices work? Germicidal UV cleaners use filters and Ultraviolet light to purify the air inside your home. You might be surprised but microscopic allergens like dust, mold, mildew, pet dander and pollen live in the same indoor area as you do. Air pollutants come from any source, furniture, rugs, carpets, toys, pets you name it and even the household cleaning product. Maybe you are not one who suffers from these health conditions but maybe you are sensitiv...

Ultraviolet Light and Its Biological Effects

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  Have you ever heard that ultraviolet (UV) light can be a biocide for living things? You can find the answer within the following info.   Starting with the history, the study on UV rays and its biological effects began around 1888 when Neils Ryborg Finsen decided to analyze this matter. He proposed that UV rays could kill bacteria. This discovery motivated other inventors to perform further analysis on this subject, including the mechanism of UV rays on microorganisms and applications in biology, medical sterilization, also air and water treatment.   UV (ultraviolet) light is part of electromagnetic spectrum which ranges from gamma rays to radio waves. The short wavelength and high frequency gamma rays are more energetic than radio waves which have long wavelength and low frequency. Therefore radio waves do not give bad effects no matter how long you are exposed to it. On the other hand, the short waves from gamma rays will be dangerous, even deadly.   Of the electr...

Ultraviolet Germicidal Lamps

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  It has been known more than 100 years ago that Ultraviolet (UV) light has a germicidal effect. The natural source of UV light is the sun. It emits about 10% of its energy in the UV region. However, since it is mostly blocked by the earth's atmosphere it has no germicidal effect in our immediate environment, like our home's indoor air quality or our water systems. Ultraviolet is a spectrum of light just beyond the visible range. UV light is divided into four ranges of wavelengths: (1) Vacuum UV from 100 to 200 nanometers, (2) UV-C from 200 to 280 nanometers, (3) UV-B from 280 to 315 nanometers, and (4) UV-A from 315 to 400 nanometers. The UV-C spectrum (200 to 280 nanometers) is the most lethal wavelength for microorganisms, because it disrupts the chemical bonds between the atoms which, in biological terms, results in a "dead" microorganism. This range of wavelengths is also known as the Germicidal Spectrum. The germicidal spectrum is used to destroy bac...

6 Benefits of Using UV Light for Disinfection

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  Traditional disinfection methods have been used for centuries – but are they good enough? The truth is that even the most rigorous cleaning with hot water, bleach, and disinfectants can miss harmful germs and bacteria. In the worst-case scenario, those things may cause illness or even death. On the other hand, UV light disinfection uses ultraviolet technology to kill all germs and bacteria more quickly and is a great supplement for other methods. Some businesses are reluctant to try it, but at Violet Defense, we know that the benefits far outweigh the expense of making the switch. Here are the top six benefits of using UV light for disinfection. Benefit #1: UV Light Disinfection is Non-Toxic Arguably, the most important benefit of UV light disinfection is that it’s non-toxic. Unlike harsh chemicals that are sometimes used in cleaning and sanitization products, UV light is environmentally friendly. UV light disinfection is a physical process, not a chemical one. UV light ...